Lighting/omni tech- (Theatre Practitioner Level 2 or 3)
- Banff, AB
- 22,59-25,85 $ par heure
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- November 1 - 9, 2025
- November 12 - 21, 2025
- Responsible to support the integration of department-wide activities; and may be called to support coordination of a highly specialized activity.
- Execute all job tasks with attention to safety procedures
- Provide technical production support for music concerts and a wide variety of other productions including dance, opera, and theatre
- Technically support live music concert performances including string quartets, orchestras, chamber music, new music, rock, pop and others.
- Liaise with other staff to ensure effective support is anticipated and provided to ensure a successful experience for artistic clients, participants and faculty
- Ability to assist with live audio set ups for concerts including setting up and patching microphones and basic troubleshooting
- Ability to assist with wireless microphone system set ups and mic’ing up performers
- Ability to hang & focus lights
- Ability to assist in the projections department
- Assist with general stage carpentry set ups for concerts and dance shows
- Knowledge in the safe operation of fly systems, and the ability to operate fly systems
- Understanding of theatrical rigging
- Run shows as running crew
- For shows: participate in planning, set ups, show calls, changeovers and load-outs
- Theatre Practitioner level 2: must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment.
- Theatre practitioner level 3: must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment.
- Has completed a formal theatre education
- Must be proficient in the use of computers and multi-media and able to operate specialized equipment.
- Must have a working knowledge of the theories and practices that support this discipline.
- Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to stay calm under pressure
- Able to work with tight, changing timelines in a fast paced environment
- Knowledgeable of related industry trends including the application of up to date techniques, and use of special materials and current health and safety standards.
- Able to apply professional theatre techniques and methods to provide the quality, efficiency and support level required by Performing Arts.
- Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule and weekends.
- In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500 hour probationary period.
- Theatre Practitioner Level 2: this position pays between $22.59 and $25.85 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
- Theatre Practitioner Level 3: this position pays between $27.17 and $31.51 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
- We are hiring for two term positions from: November 1- 9, 2025 and November 12 - 21, 2025
- Transitional
- Employee Assistance Program
- Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts
- Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!
- We are accepting applications for the Lighting/Omni (Theatre Practitioner - Level 2 or 3) position until a suitable candidate is located.
- Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
- Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.